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Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Tailings)WSP Canada • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Tailings)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams & Tailings)

WSP Canada • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What if you could redefine what's possible?With us, you can.
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.
The OpportunityBuild the Future with Us
Your Impact Starts Here - As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Calgary or Edmonton, you'll shape the future of infrastructure, resource development, and climate-resilient communities across Alberta. You'll apply your expertise to technically challenging geotechnical projects, from tailings and water dam designs, waste dump and pit wall designs, work on state-of-the-art mine closure projects and coordinating and overseeing field investigation and instrumentation programs- making a real impact across the province.
Your Impact
  • Lead, design, and deliver geotechnical investigations that support safe, sustainable water, tailings dams, and resource development projects throughout Alberta.
  • Interpret field and laboratory data, apply engineering judgment, and develop high-quality technical reports that influence major project decisions.
  • Manage projects of varying scale and complexity, ensuring technical excellence, on-time delivery, and strong client service.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to junior and intermediate engineers, contributing to a strong, future-ready Ground Engineering team.
  • Conduct advanced geotechnical analyses and modelling for slopes, dams, waste dumps, pit walls, and other geotechnical designs.
  • Participate in construction oversight, site assessments, and investigations under diverse terrain and environmental conditions.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil (Geotechnical) or Geological Engineering; a postgraduate degree (MSc/PhD) is considered an asset.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligibility for registration with APEGA.
  • 10+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience encompassing investigation, analysis, and design.
  • Proven consulting experience with accountability for clients, budgets, and technical outcomes.
  • Proficiency with geotechnical modelling tools, such as Slope/W, Seep/W, FLAC, Plaxis, Global Mapper and a continuous learning mindset.
  • Valid, unrestricted Alberta Class 5 driver's license and a commitment to fieldwork and site activities as required.
Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
  • Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
    #WeAreWSP
Compensation
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?
If you're driven by purpose and inspired by impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in a career shaping the future of communities across Alberta.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .
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